“Located not far from the Duomo, Milan’s Castello Sforzesco – built in the 15th century by Duke Francesco Sforza – was once one of the largest citadels in Europe. Today, it houses various museums and numerous important artworks and relics, but it is also nice to wander through its courtyards and drink in the sense of history. After you are done exploring the castle, walk out the back gate and straight into Parco Sempione, Milan’s “green lung” and one of the most beautiful parks in the city. There are a variety of events planned this year at the castle to honour da Vinci’s contribution to the destination, from frescoes to other beautiful adornments. ”

“Situated in Piazza Bra, the amphitheatre of Verona was built in the first half of the 1st century A.D. (between the end of Augustus‘ reign and the beginning of Claudius). After the Colisseum and the Capuan amphitheatre, the Arena is the third largest of its kind in Italy. Its elliptical shape enhances the acoustic quality of the performances and also allows seating-space for thousand of spectators.”

“Great park near by to go running. It's an older historical park where as The Library of Trees is new and clean like a golf course. There are water fountains and on the weekends, there is a super clean and free "Toilet Bus."”

“Villa Carlotta is surrounded by a wide botanical garden that is full of ancient trees, palms, rhododendros, azaleas, and many other plants. I’d suggest visiting Villa Carlotta in springtime, during the blossom period. The villa is frequently home to many artistic events and exhibitions.”

“In the elegant district of Brera, in the heart of the historic center, there is the eponymous Pinacoteca, in which Italian works of art from different centuries are exhibited, and the fifteenth-century frescoed Church of Santa Maria del Carmine. Grocery stores and luxury boutiques dot the streets and, in the evening, the cobblestone streets come alive thanks to the trendy bars, elegant bars with dehors and luxury restaurants.”

“This is the home-museum of a twentieth-century Italian poet, Gabriele Dannunzio. It is a place full of charm that allows you to admire the lake from unusual points of view of its garden (for example from the deck of a ... ship!)”